Sham Foam IPO Day 3: Issue subscribed 2.3x so far. Check issue details and key dates
Sham Foam's IPO closed with a 2.3x overall subscription, driven by a late-day retail surge of 29%. QIBs participated at 0x, while retail reached 2.36x. The company reported ₹92.32 crore revenue and ₹8.65 crore PAT in FY2026. Allotment and listing dates are yet to be announced.

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Sham Foam Limited’s IPO concluded on Day 3, August 13, 2026, with a final overall subscription of 2.3x. The issue saw a dramatic late-day rally, with the total subscription jumping 28.5% from 1.79x at market open to 2.30x by close. Retail investors were the primary drivers of this momentum, surging 29.0% in the final hours to reach 2.36x, while Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIB) remained absent throughout the subscription period.
Final Subscription Status
The issue, priced at ₹130 per share, received strong retail interest that accelerated sharply after 9:45 AM on the final day. The following table details the progression:
| Day | Date | QIB | NII (bHNI) | NII (sHNI) | Retail | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 13-08-2026 | 0.00x | 0.00x | 0.47x | 2.36x | 2.30x |
Intra-day timeline on 13-08-2026
| Time (IST) | QIB | NII (bHNI) | Retail | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:45 | 0.00x | 0.00x | 1.83x | 1.79x |
| 10:45 | 0.00x | 0.00x | 2.36x | 2.30x |
Retail investors picked up pace significantly in the last hour, adding 0.53x to their subscription count. This move pushed the overall issue past the 2x threshold, marking it as oversubscribed despite zero participation from institutional buyers.
Category-wise Breakdown
| Category | Subscription |
|---|---|
| Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIB) | 0.00x |
| Non-Institutional Buyers (bHNI) | 0.00x |
| Non-Institutional Buyers (sHNI) | 0.47x |
| Retail | 2.36x |
| Overall Total | 2.30x |
The bHNI segment within NII remained inactive at 0.00x, while sHNI contributed 0.47x. The entire weight of the oversubscription came from the retail bucket, which more than doubled its initial morning figure.
About the Company
Sham Foam Limited, incorporated in 2020 and headquartered in Ambala City, Haryana, manufactures and distributes polyurethane (PU) foam, mattresses, and allied home comfort products for Indian consumers. The company also produces industrial-grade PU foam. It operates a vertically integrated manufacturing facility in Haryana with an installed capacity of 15,000 TPA and serves customers across 13 states through a pan-India dealer network of over 1,300 dealers. The company is led by MD Mr. Rajinder Kumar Jindal, CEO Mr. Sanjeev Kumar Jindal, COO Ms. Monica Jindal, and CFO Mr. Abhinav Jindal.
Financial Highlights
| Metric | FY 2024 | FY 2025 | FY 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations (₹ crore) | 73.73 | 81.15 | 92.32 |
| Total Revenue (₹ crore) | 73.89 | 81.62 | 92.39 |
| Total Profit / PAT (₹ crore) | 2.97 | 3.58 | 8.65 |
| Total Equity (₹ crore) | 8.88 | 12.46 | 21.11 |
Revenue from operations grew from ₹73.73 crore in FY2024 to ₹92.32 crore in FY2026, while PAT jumped sharply to ₹8.65 crore in FY2026 from ₹3.58 crore in FY2025, reflecting improved profitability in the latest fiscal year.
Objects of the Issue
- Capital expenditure (₹14.72 crore): Finance civil construction and purchase of machinery and equipment at the existing manufacturing facility to enhance capacity and operational efficiency.
- Working capital (₹14.25 crore): Part-finance incremental working capital requirements including trade receivables, inventories, and trade payables to support higher order volumes.
- General corporate purposes (₹6.04 crore): Strategic initiatives including brand building, infrastructure strengthening, loan repayment, and other corporate purposes.
Risk Factors
- Outstanding litigation: The company, promoters, and directors face legal proceedings with total amount involved of ₹536.42 lakhs, which could adversely impact reputation and financials.
- Customer concentration: Top 10 customers contributed 25.06% of revenue in FY2026, with no long-term agreements in place, exposing the company to order cancellation risk.
- Raw material volatility: Raw material costs were 78.75% of revenue from operations in FY2026, and the top 10 suppliers account for 78.56% of total purchases with no long-term supply agreements.
What's Next
| Event | Detail |
|---|---|
| IPO Close Date | 13-08-2026 |
| Allotment Date | To be announced |
| Listing Date | To be announced |
| Price | ₹130 per share (fixed price) |
| Minimum Bid Quantity | 2,000 shares |
| Issue Size | 2,60,000 – 5,00,000 shares |
With the IPO now closed, investors who applied in the retail category can track allotment status once the basis of allotment is finalised. Allotment and listing dates are yet to be officially announced. The company's website is www.shamfoam.com .
How might the complete absence of QIB and bHNI participation impact Sham Foam's stock liquidity and price stability in the initial weeks post-listing?
Given that raw materials constitute nearly 79% of revenue, how will the company mitigate margin erosion risks from potential volatility in polyurethane feedstock prices?
What specific strategies will management employ to reduce customer concentration risk, considering the top 10 clients account for 25% of revenue without long-term contracts?































